Working With Your Foot Doctor

How to Identify and Address a Stone Bruise

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A stone bruise can happen to anyone when walking or running. If you land on a sharp rock with your heel or ball of your foot, you know what caused your injury, but sometimes, a stone bruise might be caused by repetitive activity or a foot abnormality. Minor stone bruises usually heal fast, but if yours heals slowly or if you have stone bruises frequently, you should see a foot doctor to verify the diagnosis and to get proper treatment. Read More»

How Cosmetic Toe Surgeons Help Runners Who Break a Big Toe

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Broken big toes may throw a runner off their game and make it very hard for them to compete at a high level. As a result, it may be necessary for those in this position to get cosmetic toe surgery to ensure that they can compete again.  A Broken Toe May Impact a Runner’s Ability Running may not seem like a heavy impact sport or one in which a person could get injured. Read More»

Tips For Avoiding Foot And Ankle Injuries When Weightlifting

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Weightlifting is a great way to improve your bone and joint health if you do it safely. However, many people can experience injuries, especially from heavier weights. Common areas of injury include the knees, lower back, and shoulders, but your feet and ankles can also suffer if you are not careful. Follow these tips to keep your feet and ankles safe as you lift weights.  1. Improve mobility. One of the best things you can do for your feet and ankles is to make sure you stay as mobile as possible. Read More»

Toe Problems? When To See A Podiatrist

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Do you have toe pain? When you do, you can visit a foot doctor at a foot treatment center to help you out. You can alleviate some of the foot and toe pain you have when you wear the proper shoes and make sure you don’t stand for long periods of time on hard surfaces that don’t have any support, but you should also seek the care of a foot doctor as well. Read More»

What Is Gout And How Is It Treated?

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If you have pain and noticeable swelling around your big toe or other joint in your foot, then you could have a common, but easily treated, condition called gout. Gout is potentially debilitating and can even lead to permanent joint or kidney damage, so you shouldn’t ignore it. Here is more information about gout, how it is treated, and how you can prevent it so that you can keep on your feet. Read More»